Everything Sucks is a contemporary YA novel about Kashish Asif, an 18-year-old navigating the ups and downs of adolescence while balancing a widowed father and a sometimes-present older sister, all while turning life into witty Instagram reels. Written for teens and young adults who crave honest, funny, and heartfelt stories about friendship, family, and first love, this book carries a bright, hopeful tone that invites readers to care, cringe, and cheer. If you love modern coming-of-age stories with real emotion and sharp humor, Everything Sucks speaks directly to you.
Everything Sucks unfolds in a warm, reader-friendly voice that blends online life with real-world feelings. The narrative follows Kashish and a playful online feud with Sameer, an aspiring cook and fellow Instagrammer, as banter gradually shifts toward something deeper. The storytelling is lively and intimate, supported by vivid scenes, snappy dialogue, and moments that feel both personal and universal. The experience blends social media storytelling with genuine romance and family moments, keeping a brisk pace without losing heart.
As the plot deepens, the book explores life beyond filters: online identities, curated personas, and the courage it takes to connect in person. It balances humor with tenderness, showing how friendships and family ties shape choices when the world seems designed for screens. With relatable characters and thoughtful reflections, Everything Sucks invites readers to consider what it means to be seen—and to choose real connection over virtual noise.
- Contemporary coming-of-age tale about friendship, family, and first love
- Playful online feud that evolves into a meaningful real-life connection
- Insight into social media influence, identity, and authenticity
- Warm, witty narration with crisp dialogue and vivid scenes
- Accessible, fast-paced chapters ideal for YA readers
- Themes of resilience, unplugging, and discovering what truly matters
Everything Sucks offers a hopeful aftertaste: readers gain understanding of how online life shapes relationships and learn to value genuine moments over curated appearances. It leaves you feeling inspired to unplug when needed, to trust in real friendship, and to believe that meaningful connections can emerge when we step away from the screen.
